Lateral Police Officer

Alaska, AK
Fairbanks Police Department

Salary: $38.00 – $55.36 Hourly

Position Summary:

Lateral Police Officers from outside Alaska must have successfully completed a state certified training academy with at least 650 hours, must have at least one year of experience from a full-service law enforcement agency, and must be now or have been certified within 5 years as a police officer in their jurisdiction to be considered for a lateral position with the Fairbanks Police Department.

Essential Functions:

  • Enforcement of all criminal and traffic laws including the identification and apprehension of violators.
  • Perform a variety of crime prevention and enforcement duties as assigned.
  • Respond to complaints and requests for police assistance and intervene in various situations as required.
  • Enforce traffic regulations, direct traffic, investigate collisions and complete detailed collision reports.
  • Conduct preliminary investigations; collect and preserve evidence.
  • Maintain records and daily reports; prepare cases for court testimony.
  • Testify in court as required. Coordinate with other agencies as required.

Requirements:

  • Must be a citizen of the USA by date of hire.
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • Must be at least 21 years old by date of hire.
  • Must possess a valid State of Alaska driver’s license by date of hire.
  • Must meet Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC) and Fairbanks Police Department (FPD). standards regarding misdemeanor and/or felony convictions, traffic violations and use of controlled substances. Such as:
  • No criminal convictions after reaching the age of 18.
  • No marijuana use within the past one (1) year.
  • Must be able to obtain APSC certification within 13 months of hire (AS 18.65.240).
  • Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC). certification within thirty (30) days of hire.
  • Satisfactory Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check at time of hire.